Post-Award Accountant

Universities of Wisconsin • Madison, WI

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About The Position

The Department of Surgery is hiring a Post-Award Accountant to join its collaborative Research Administration team. The position works directly with principal investigators and research staff to budget, monitor expenditures, and reconcile financial data for sponsored programs. It may include processing and/or approving accounting transactions such as cost transfers, procurement, subaward management, and financial processing related to sponsored project management. The role requires strong attention to detail, problem-solving, written and oral communication, collaboration, tact, judgment, resourcefulness, confidentiality, and independent decision-making.

This is a terminal, fixed-term appointment for 24 months, with the possibility of extension or conversion to an ongoing appointment based on need and funding. Some work may be required onsite at a designated campus location, while some may be performed remotely. The position is in the School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Surgery, Research Administration.

Requirements

• At least two years of relevant accounting experience.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Experience working with complex automated accounting systems and processes, including database or query.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and a collaborative mindset.
• Well-developed tact, judgment, resourcefulness, confidentiality, and independent decision-making.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced knowledge of UW business policies and procedures.
• At least two years of experience with accounting and post-award grants management in a public university.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with governmental accounting principles and practices, including GAAP.
• Ability to interpret and apply complex rules and requirements.
• Ability to advise faculty and staff on policy, procedure, and technical applications related to post-award grants management, purchasing, and other financial processes.
• Associate’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reviews financial expenditures for accuracy on sponsored grants and contracts.
• Assists principal investigators with financial management of sponsored program budgets and directs day-to-day fiscal transactions.
• Facilitates fiscal award management tasks with UW RSP.
• Completes UW Campus and SMPH requested financial tasks.
• Prepares and processes financial reporting and/or invoicing information.
• Provides expertise and advice related to procurement and allowable charges.

Benefits

• Generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
• Competitive insurances and savings accounts.
• Retirement benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree